Master in Geospatial Information Engineering

The Master in Geospatial Information Engineering aims to train professionals with the skills to manage, execute, and control the products quality in the areas of Digital Cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, and Positioning and Navigation Systems and Technologies. These professionals are also expected to be able to produce and integrate Geospatial intelligence in decision-making processes where the geospatial variable is an integral part of the social, economic, and political process.

General Objectives of the Course

The Master in Geospatial Information Engineering has the following general objectives:

• Train professionals with the skills to manage, execute, and control the products quality in the areas of Digital Cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Train professionals with the skills to manage, execute, and control the products quality in the areas of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
• Train professionals with the skills to manage, execute, and control the products quality in the areas of Positioning and Navigation Systems and Technologies
• Produce and integrate Geospatial intelligence in decision-making processes

Admission Requirements

The Master course is intended primarily to graduates in engineering or science. Candidates should check the admission requirements available, in addition to the information provided here.

Professional Goals

The knowledge, skills, and competences acquired by the Masters in Engineering of Geospatial Information allows professional exits in the public and private sectors, in all contexts where geo-referenced information is needed, which currently falls in the most varied areas, among which can be highlighted:

• Territory Management
• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Geosciences
• Archeology

Mode of Study

The mode of study is full-time, face-to-face.

Teaching / Evaluation Language(s)

The teaching and evaluation languages are Portuguese and English.

Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading

As assessment is a pedagogical activity inseparable from the teaching process, its aim is to establish the students' competencies and knowledge, their critical sense, ability to recognize and resolve problems, as well as their written and oral presentation skills. Students may only register for exams for classes they are currently registered for. The following are examples of assessment items:

• Oral or written exams
• Written or practical work
• Individual and group projects that may require an oral defense
• Class participation Grading is based on a scale of 0 to 20, and a grade of 10 is required to pass.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

The Master in Engineering of Geospatial Information aims to train professionals to have the following skills:

• Management and execution of topographic and thematic cartography
• Design, development, management, and execution of GIS projects and geospatial data infrastructures
• Design, development, management, and execution of projects of aerial and terrestrial photogrammetry
• Design and development of projects to collect and extract geospatial information from data acquired by optical, laser, and radar sensors
• Design, development, management, and execution of Positioning and Navigation projects and their application for the acquisition of 3D data and monitoring of structures
• Management, integration, exploitation, and analysis of digital geospatial data
• Quality control of cartographic products and geospatial information
• Production and integration of Geospatial Intelligence in decision-making processes

Course Coordinator(s)

The course coordinator is Cidália Maria Parreira da Costa Fonte.

ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)

The ECTS departmental coordinator is Daniel Alexandre Peralta Marques Pinto.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

The legal framework for the qualification is established by the decrees: Decree-Law nr 74/2006, 24th March, in its current wording.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must obtain approval in the curricular units of the syllabus corresponding to 120 ECTS.

Access to Further Studies

The course gives habilitation to access 3rd cycle studies (PhD courses).

Study Programme

The study programme is Geospatial Information Engineering.

Academic Year

The academic year is available for change.

Course Type

The course type is 2nd Cycle Studies - Advanced Specialisation Master Programme.

DGES Code

The DGES code is M990.

Qualification Awarded

The qualification awarded is a Master's degree.

Duration

The duration of the course is 4 semesters.

ECTS Credits

The ECTS credits are 120.0.

Category

The category is Advanced specialization second cycle.

Accreditations

The course is accredited by Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior, with the registration number R/A-Ef 1568/2011/AL01.

Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview:

Universidade de Coimbra is a public research university located in Coimbra, Portugal. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1290. The university is renowned for its academic excellence, particularly in the fields of law, medicine, and humanities.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The university offers a vibrant campus life with a wide range of cultural and sporting activities. Students can participate in the university's theater, music, and dance programs, as well as its sports teams. The university also has a number of student clubs and organizations.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Historical Significance:

Universidade de Coimbra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering students a unique opportunity to study in a historic and culturally rich environment.

Academic Excellence:

The university is consistently ranked among the top universities in Portugal and internationally, offering high-quality academic programs.

International Reputation:

Universidade de Coimbra has a strong international reputation, attracting students and faculty from around the world.

Research Opportunities:

The university is a leading research institution, providing students with opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research projects.

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Academic Programs:

Universidade de Coimbra offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

• Undergraduate Studies:

  • Licenciaturas (Bachelor's degrees)
  • Mestrados integrados (Integrated Master's degrees)

• Postgraduate Studies:

  • Mestrados (Master's degrees)
  • Doutoramentos (Doctoral degrees)

• Other Courses:

  • Ensino a distância (Distance learning)
  • Cursos preparatórios (Preparatory courses)
  • Aprender português (Portuguese language courses)

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Other:

The university has three campuses, 16 libraries, two museums, one theater, two stadiums, one botanic garden, 14 residences, and 18 canteens and cafeterias. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability, with initiatives such as solar panels and waste sorting programs.